NLL Retains Daniel as Commissioner
from press release
The National Lacrosse League announced today that the NLL Board
of Governors has retained George Daniel as Commissioner.
Daniel had been serving as Interim Commissioner since his
appointment on January 10, 2009. Daniel and the Board reached
an agreement that will extend through the 2011 season.
Prior to serving his appointment as Interim Commissioner, Daniel
was Deputy Commissioner & Chief Operating Officer as well as
serving as the league's General Counsel for the 2001 to 2006
seasons as well as the 2008 season. During his tenure as
Deputy Commissioner, Daniel led the league's efforts in collective
bargaining negotiations as well as television and sponsorship
contract negotiations. Daniel also served as President of the New
York Titans for the 2007 season.
"I would like to thank the Board of Governors for their continued
confidence and support. I look forward to the opportunity of
leading an emerging and dynamic professional sports league like the
NLL," Daniel said. "I am very excited about the future of
the NLL and the sport of lacrosse."
"During the past season, George demonstrated the leadership skills
and experience to carry the league forward", said Steve
Govett, President of the Colorado Mammoth and Chairman of the NLL
Board of Governors. "George's wealth of experience in league
business matters provides a
great level of stability and comfort for the league."
